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Nuclear Energy Conference & Expo (NECX)
September 8–11, 2025
Atlanta, GA|Atlanta Marriott Marquis
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Hash Hashemian: Visionary leadership
As Dr. Hashem M. “Hash” Hashemian prepares to step into his term as President of the American Nuclear Society, he is clear that he wants to make the most of this unique moment.
A groundswell in public approval of nuclear is finding a home in growing governmental support that is backed by a tailwind of technological innovation. “Now is a good time to be in nuclear,” Hashemian said, as he explained the criticality of this moment and what he hoped to accomplish as president.
Technical Session|Sponsored by HFICD
Wednesday, November 20, 2024|8:00–9:45AM EST|Anemone
Session Chair:
Jooyoung Park
Alternate Chair:
Anna Hall
Session Organizer:
Casey R. Kovesdi
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Early Demonstration of Human Factors Concepts of Operations for Advanced Reactors
8:00–8:20AM EST
Ronald Boring (INL), Thomas Ulrich (INL), Roger Lew (Univ. Idaho)
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Autonomous Algorithm Mitigating a Loss of DHRS During Mid-Loop Operations
8:20–8:40AM EST
Shirley A. Yong (Univ. Idaho), Dakota Roberson (Univ. Idaho), David Arcilesi (Univ. Idaho)
Qualitative and Quantitative Evaluation for Representative Human Reliability Analysis Methods
8:40–9:00AM EST
Jooyoung Park (INL), Ronald Boring (INL), Zhegang Ma (INL), Seungwoo Lee (Korea Institute of Nuclear Safety), Dongwon Lee (Korea Institute of Nuclear Safety)
Enhanced Method of Evaluating the Training/Experience Performance-Shaping Factor Using Objective Metrics
9:00–9:20AM EST
Jisuk Kim (INL), Jooyoung Park (INL), Thomas A. Ulrich (INL), Ronald L. Boring (INL)
Utilizing ROVs and Photogrammetry for Improved Inspection of Nuclear Plants
9:20–9:40AM EST
Andrew Lawrence (Deep Trekker)
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